Power Writing- P1 vs. P2

What does Power 1?

• Details

• The topic

• Information

• Supporting ideas

What is Power 2?

• Supporting ideas

• Details

• The Topic

• Information

Which is a Power 1 sentence?

• Lasagna is cheesy.

• My favorite type of dinner is lasagna.

• The cheese makes my mouth water.

• Lasagna originates from Italy.

What is the Power 1 sentence?

• He saves people from villains.

• Superman wears a red and blue cape.

• He can fly.

• Superman is the best super hero.

What is a Power 2 sentence?

• Rob opens up about his mother.

• My favorite book is The Tiger Rising.

• Tiger Rising is one of the best books I have ever read.

• I would recommend reading the Tiger Rising.

What is a Power 2 sentence?

• What is your favorite school lunch?

• My favorite school lunch is a chicken patty.

• Mr. Dotson also likes chicken patties.

• Have you ever had a chicken patty?

What is this sentence missing?

Dan ran.

• verb

• noun

• complete thought

What is wrong with this sentence?

The man lonely.

• verb

• noun

• complete thought

What is wrong with this sentence?

ran into the fence.

• verb

• noun

• complete thought

Is this a complete sentence?

Nate ran for a touchdown.

• Yes

• No